Sen. Shaheen Responds to Misinformation on Obamacare and ACA Tax Credits

Addressing Misinformation on ACA

• 🎯 Senator Shaheen refutes claims made by the Majority Leader, stating that 92% of individuals receiving enhanced premium tax credits earn $200,000 or less, with an average income of $32,000.
• 💡 Approximately 50% of premium tax credit recipients are small business owners or their employees who lack other affordable healthcare options.

The Impact of ACA Tax Credits

• 🚀 These enhanced premium tax credits have enabled millions of families, including tens of thousands in New Hampshire, to maintain health coverage and manage their budgets.
• ⚠️ For many, these credits are the sole safeguard against financial instability and crisis.

Consequences of Inaction

• 📈 States and insurers are reporting a significant decrease in health insurance plan re-enrollment due to unaffordable rising premiums.
• 📉 Even those who re-enroll are often shifted to less comprehensive plans, leaving them vulnerable to high out-of-pocket expenses.

Personal Stories and Stakes

• 💬 A small business owner and healthcare provider shared that without these credits, her health insurance costs would quadruple, impacting her ability to serve her community.
• 💖 A mother recounted the relief of her son with a serious mental illness receiving approved coverage, allowing him to work and live independently.

Call to Action for Compromise

• ✅ Democrats have proposed an immediate solution to prevent premium increases and maintain coverage for millions.
• 🤝 Senator Shaheen is ready to collaborate with colleagues on long-term reforms but stresses the immediate need to extend the ACA tax credits to protect families.